1962 Abarth 750 vs. 1968 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1968 Innocenti Mini is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 95 kg more than 1962 Abarth 750.
Because 1962 Abarth 750 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 1962 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1962 Abarth 750 (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 1968 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
| Model | 750 | Mini |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
