1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 53 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 710 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Abarth | Mini |
| Model | 750 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
