1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1965 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1965 Morris Mini Moke is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morris Mini Moke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 600 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Mini Moke weights approximately 65 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600.
Because 1958 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 1958 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1965 Morris Mini Moke (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Mini Moke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1965 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Abarth | Morris |
| Model | 600 | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| 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 | 41 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
