1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1950 Chrysler Windsor
To start off, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Chrysler Windsor (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 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.
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1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1950 Chrysler Windsor | |
Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
Model | Spider Riviera | Windsor |
Year Released | 1960 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 4920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |