1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1031 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 Mercedes-Benz S (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mono 1000 | S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
