1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2001 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2001 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 35 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1176 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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim 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 | 2001 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | Abarth | Bristol |
Model | Mono 1000 | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |