1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 34 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 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Today weights approximately 150 kg more than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Today |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
