1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1967 Mini MK I
To start off, 1967 Mini MK I is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Mini MK I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mini MK I weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Mini MK I, 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 Bialbero (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1967 Mini MK I | |
Make | Abarth | Mini |
Model | Bialbero | MK I |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |