1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 815 kg more than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
