1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 7 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 856 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant 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 | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
Model | Mono 1000 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 3523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |