1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1968 Mini MK II
To start off, 1968 Mini MK II is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mini MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Abarth 750 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Mini MK II. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mini MK II weights approximately 25 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750.
Because 1957 Abarth 750 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 1957 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Mini MK II, 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, 1968 Mini MK II (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mini MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1968 Mini MK II | |
| Make | Abarth | Mini |
| Model | 750 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
