1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 49 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 895 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.
Because 1961 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Camry (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
