1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light 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 33 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera weights approximately 70 kg more than 1956 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Light |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
