1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1962 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1962 Alpine A 110 is newer by 2 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera weights approximately 35 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1962 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | Spider Riviera | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
