1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 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 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette (180 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1976 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
