1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 40 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Seicento 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, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |
