1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1974 Fiat 127
To start off, 1974 Fiat 127 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 902 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 127 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Because 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat 127 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 127 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 | 1974 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Spider Riviera | 127 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
