1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1974 Moretti 127
To start off, 1974 Moretti 127 is newer by 8 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 12 more horse power than 1974 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Moretti 127 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000.
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, 1974 Moretti 127, 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 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1974 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Abarth | Moretti |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
