1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1961 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 680 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, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break 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 | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | Spider Riviera | Grand Break |
Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 37 L |