1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1978 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1978 Innocenti Mini is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 156 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1959 Abarth 850 (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1978 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
Model | 850 | Mini |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |