1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 870 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, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 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 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Abarth | Rover |
Model | Mono 1000 | P4 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |