1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 46 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 795 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 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
