1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1731 kg more than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
Model | Mono 1000 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 6382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |