1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1977 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 12 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 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
