1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1998 Abarth Monotipo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | Monotipo | 944 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
