1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 720 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 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spider Riviera | E |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
