1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1966 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, both 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 and 1966 Lancia Fulvia were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Fulvia (80 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 482 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.
Because 1966 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 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1966 Lancia Fulvia (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Fulvia 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 | 1966 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
