1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600.
Because 1956 Abarth 600 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 1956 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Abarth | Mini |
| Model | 600 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
