1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 1968 Subaru 360 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1968 Subaru 360. 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, 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Abarth | Subaru |
Model | Mono 1000 | 360 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |