1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1968 Ferrari Dino is newer by 8 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 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 530 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, 1968 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | Spider Riviera | Dino |
Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 57 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |