1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 30 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2200 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
