1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1983 Audi UR
To start off, 1983 Audi UR is newer by 23 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1983 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi UR (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi UR weights approximately 690 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 1983 Audi UR 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, 1983 Audi UR 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, 1983 Audi UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Audi UR 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 | 1983 Audi UR | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | Spider Riviera | UR |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |
