1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 980 kg more than 1957 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 165 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 | 535 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |
