1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1992 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 32 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1376 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage 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 | 1992 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | Spider Riviera | Virage |
Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 114 L |