1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1953 MG YB
To start off, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG YB would be higher. At 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 MG YB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG YB weights approximately 450 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 MG YB (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 MG YB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1953 MG YB | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | Spider Riviera | YB |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
