1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 685 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Abarth | Mini |
| Model | 1300 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2470 mm |
