1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 31 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1370 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider Riviera | Caprice |
Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |