1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
