1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 43 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 765 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 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 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 147 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
