1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 28 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 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 750 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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 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 | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | Mono 1000 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |