1964 Abarth 750 vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 480 kg more than 1964 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Abarth 750 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 1964 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, 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, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 750 | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 750 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
