1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 47 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 720 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, 2010 Dacia Logan, 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, 2010 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan 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 | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Abarth | Dacia |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
