1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 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 991 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Corsa weights approximately 130 kg more than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Because 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
