1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1986 Saab 900
To start off, 1986 Saab 900 is newer by 20 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 900 weights approximately 616 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.
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, 1986 Saab 900, 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, 1986 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 900 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 | 1986 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
