1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 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 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (207 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1000 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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
