1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1978 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1998 Abarth Monotipo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Monotipo. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Monotipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1978 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | Monotipo | 400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |