1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 41 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 317 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise 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 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Abarth | Lotus |
Model | Mono 1000 | Elise |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 32 L |