1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 42 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 1,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 480 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, 2007 Nissan Micra, 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, 2007 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra 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 | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 46 L |
