1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 1970 Seat 124 is newer by 10 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Seat 124 weights approximately 326 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, 1970 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Seat 124 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 | 1970 Seat 124 | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | Spider Riviera | 124 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |