1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1964 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1964 Mini Countryman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Mini Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mini Countryman weights approximately 90 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1960 Abarth 700 (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1964 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Abarth | Mini |
| Model | 700 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 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 | 70 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
