1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1969 Maserati Indy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Indy weights approximately 940 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy 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 | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Abarth | Maserati |
Model | Mono 1000 | Indy |
Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |