1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1980 Tatra T613
To start off, 1980 Tatra T613 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Tatra T613 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Tatra T613 weights approximately 1080 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, 1980 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Tatra T613 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 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Abarth | Tatra |
Model | Spider Riviera | T613 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2990 mm |