1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1962 Nissan Cedric 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 320 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, 1962 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Nissan Cedric 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 | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
