1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 209 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 720 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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (337 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
