1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 38 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 980 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 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal 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 | 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Kamal |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
