1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2001 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2001 Citroen Saxo is newer by 36 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, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 250 kg more than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
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, 2001 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2001 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Saxo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
