1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 12 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1310 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco 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 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3110 mm |
