1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1996 Mini MK VI
To start off, 1996 Mini MK VI is newer by 36 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mini MK VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mini MK VI weights approximately 50 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, 1996 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, 1960 Abarth 700 (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1996 Mini MK VI | |
| Make | Abarth | Mini |
| Model | 700 | MK VI |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
