2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto.
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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grande Punto | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
