1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 650 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 Toyota Blizzard 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 Toyota Blizzard 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 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | Spider Riviera | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |