1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1972 Porsche 914 is newer by 8 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (108 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 380 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, 1972 Porsche 914 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 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 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | Mono 1000 | 914 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |