1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 14 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1094 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, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
