1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1276 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 S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mono 1000 | S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |
