1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1963 Mini Countryman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Mini Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mini Countryman weights approximately 125 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750.
Because 1959 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 1959 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Mini Countryman, 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, 1963 Mini Countryman (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Abarth | Mini |
| Model | 750 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
