1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1984 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 18 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000.
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, 1984 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1984 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
