1963 Abarth 700 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 675 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Abarth | Mini |
| Model | 700 | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
