1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1992 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1992 Fiat Vivace is newer by 27 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 250 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, 1992 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1992 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Vivace 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 | 1992 Fiat Vivace | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | Mono 1000 | Vivace |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |