1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 18 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1540 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, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 | 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 85 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 | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 97 L |
