1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1969 Austin Mini Clubman
To start off, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 600 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin Mini Clubman weights approximately 53 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600.
Because 1959 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 1959 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin 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, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Austin Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 1969 Austin Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 600 | Mini Clubman |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
