1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1970 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1970 Mini Clubman is newer by 12 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mini Clubman weights approximately 140 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, 1970 Mini 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, 1970 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1970 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Abarth | Mini |
| Model | 750 | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
