1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 23 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 450 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.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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 | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
