1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
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 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 832 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Abarth | Trabant |
Model | Spider Riviera | P 70 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |