1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 44 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V 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 | 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | Mono 1000 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
