1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 890 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, 2013 Porsche 911, 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | Mono 1000 | 911 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1299 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |