1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1966 Austin-Healey Sprite
To start off, both 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 and 1966 Austin-Healey Sprite were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 616 kg more than 1966 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1966 Austin-Healey Sprite | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Sprite |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 27 L |
