1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 45 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 935 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 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
