1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1992 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1992 Honda Shuttle 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 330 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.
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, 1992 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1992 Honda Shuttle (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Shuttle 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 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | Spider Riviera | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |