1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1750 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial 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 | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3800 mm |
