1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 6 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 1243 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne 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 | 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Biscayne |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1807 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 87 L |
