1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 862 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | 600 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |