1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1979 Fiat 127
To start off, 1979 Fiat 127 is newer by 14 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 15 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 127 weights approximately 145 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, 1979 Fiat 127, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1979 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
