1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2000 Seat Alhambra is newer by 35 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1105 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, 2000 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2000 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Alhambra 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 | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
