1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 720 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1990 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1000 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
