1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1965 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Abarth | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 81 L |
