1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1967 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1967 Peugeot 204 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 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000.
Because 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1967 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
