1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 4,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (290 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
