1959 Abarth 850 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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850.
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 (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 850 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
