1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 14 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 741 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, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 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 | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | Mono 1000 | 208 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |