1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1967 Fiat 124
To start off, 1967 Fiat 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 124 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000.
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, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1967 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
