1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1967 Innocenti Mini

To start off, 1967 Innocenti Mini is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 120 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.

Because 1958 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 1958 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1958 Abarth 750 (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Abarth 750 1967 Innocenti Mini
Make Abarth Innocenti
Model 750 Mini
Year Released 1958 1967
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 60 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 56 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 540 kg 660 kg
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1360 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2150 mm


 

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