1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 39 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 790 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | Mono 1000 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |