1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 4,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (290 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (393 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 4958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
