1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 710 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Abarth 595 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 1971 Abarth 595. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Camry (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 595 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
