1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1994 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1994 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 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 832 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (51 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Panda weights approximately 70 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, 1994 Fiat Panda, 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, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1994 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Panda |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 58 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 | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
