1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1989 Citroen AX
To start off, 1989 Citroen AX is newer by 29 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 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen AX weights approximately 112 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, 1989 Citroen AX, 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, 1989 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen AX 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 | 1989 Citroen AX | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | Spider Riviera | AX |
Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |