1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 50 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), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 670 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S 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 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Abarth | Scion |
Model | Mono 1000 | FR-S |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 981 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |