1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 870 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
