1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 785 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Fiat 500 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Spider Riviera | 500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
