1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1970 Opel GT is newer by 6 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 1,100 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel GT (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel GT should accelerate faster 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Mono 1000 | GT |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
