1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1986 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1986 Citroen C 15 is newer by 26 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 235 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, 1986 Citroen C 15, 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, 1986 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen C 15 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 | 1986 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | Spider Riviera | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
