1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 49 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 965 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 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 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 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | Mono 1000 | R8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 981 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1267 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |