1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 21 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 530 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 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 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
