1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 27 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 785 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.
Because 1959 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
