1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 48 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 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 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | Mono 1000 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
