1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1277 kg more than 1960 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |
