1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1975 Renault 5 is newer by 15 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 832 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 5 weights approximately 105 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, 1975 Renault 5, 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, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1975 Renault 5 | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | Spider Riviera | 5 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |