1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 990 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, 1991 Renault Espace, 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, 1991 Renault Espace (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace 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 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 77 L |
