1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1992 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 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 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda AZ-1 weights approximately 160 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | Mono 1000 | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
