1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 145 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph Spitfire (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Abarth | Triumph |
Model | Mono 1000 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |