1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 38 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 1156 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe 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 | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |
