1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 22 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 210 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, 1987 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1987 Volkswagen Polo (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | Mono 1000 | Polo |
Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1043 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 | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |