1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 51 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 850 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |