1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1956 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 615 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1956 Aston Martin DB2 | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | Mono 1000 | DB2 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 2920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 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 | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 86 L |