1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 44 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 1015 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Lexus IS (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS 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 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Abarth | Lexus |
Model | Mono 1000 | IS |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 981 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |