1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 16 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 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1076 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 1976 Buick LeSabre 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. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | Spider Riviera | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 95 L |
