1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 36 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 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1482 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mono 1000 | E |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
