1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1974 Mini MK III
To start off, 1974 Mini MK III is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mini MK III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Coupe (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mini MK III weights approximately 40 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Mini MK III, 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, 1974 Mini MK III (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Mini MK III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1974 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Abarth | Mini |
| Model | Coupe | MK III |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 783 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
