1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Tigra weights approximately 590 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, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra, 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, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Tigra 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 | 2005 Vauxhall Tigra | |
Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
Model | Mono 1000 | Tigra |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |