1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2002 Mini One
To start off, 2002 Mini One is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mini One weights approximately 470 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mini One, 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, 2002 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2002 Mini One | |
| Make | Abarth | Mini |
| Model | 850 | One |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
