1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Suzuki Fronte 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 785 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera weights approximately 65 kg more than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
