1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 385 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 1980 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 2200 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 4375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |