I lack the musical knowledge and terminology to fully explain the differences, but this rendition does sound a bit more crisp. That said, I enjoy both versions, kinda like one sundae having sprinkles and the other has chocolate sauce. :)
Listening to them both, some of the faint background synths and drones have been brought a bit closer to the front so they can be heard better, and the piano meshes nicely with the breakbeat.
An interesting experiment, glad it worked out well! :D