1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 1978 Simca Horizon is newer by 13 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca Horizon weights approximately 385 kg more than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
Because 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
