1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 24 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 350 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 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 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 | 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 33 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
