1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 835 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | Mono 1000 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |