1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 45 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 714 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 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Musa 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 | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
