1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Monotipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Monotipo would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Monotipo has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Monotipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | Monotipo | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
