1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 810 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500.
Because 1959 Abarth 500 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 1959 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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, 2013 Mini Roadster (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Abarth | Mini |
| Model | 500 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
