1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1961 Fiat 600
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 572 kg more than 1961 Fiat 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 1961 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Camaro | 600 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |