1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1982 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1982 Innocenti 990 is newer by 16 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1982 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 176 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, 1982 Innocenti 990, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1982 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
