1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 20 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1615 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.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol 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 | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | Spider Riviera | Patrol |
Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2980 mm |