1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1965 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 5 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. Both 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera and 1965 Suzuki Fronte are equipped with a 785 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 150 kg more than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Because 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Suzuki Fronte (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Suzuki Fronte 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 | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
