1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 525 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, 1996 Renault Megane, 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, 1996 Renault Megane (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane 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 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
