1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 32 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 610 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.
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, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic 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 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | Mono 1000 | Civic |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |