1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1300 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2580 mm |
