1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1962 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, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1974 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
