1966 Abarth 595 vs. 1966 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, both 1966 Abarth 595 and 1966 Morris Mini Moke were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morris Mini Moke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morris Mini Moke (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morris Mini Moke should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris Mini Moke weights approximately 180 kg more than 1966 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Abarth 595 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 1966 Abarth 595. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1966 Morris Mini Moke (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Morris Mini Moke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 595 | 1966 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Abarth | Morris |
| Model | 595 | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
