1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1980 Porsche 928
To start off, 1980 Porsche 928 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 4,474 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 928 (239 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 928 weights approximately 840 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1980 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | Spider Riviera | 928 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 4474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
