1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 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 953 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 152 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, 1991 Peugeot 106, 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, 1991 Peugeot 106 (71 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm). This means 1991 Peugeot 106 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 | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | Spider Riviera | 106 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
