1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1995 Mini MK VI
To start off, 1995 Mini MK VI is newer by 36 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 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mini MK VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mini MK VI weights approximately 50 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, 1995 Mini MK VI, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1995 Mini MK VI | |
| Make | Abarth | Mini |
| Model | 850 | MK VI |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
