1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1963 Triumph Herald is newer by 3 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph Herald weights approximately 170 kg more than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Herald 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 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Abarth | Triumph |
Model | Spider Riviera | Herald |
Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |