1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 750 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Abarth | Willys-Overland |
Model | Spider Riviera | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |