1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1964 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
