1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 10 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 496 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 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Taft 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 | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
