1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 16 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo 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 | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |
