1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 936 kg more than 1959 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | El Camino |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 67 L |
