1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 37 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1686 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 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
