1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (210 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 500 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 59 L |
