1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer 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.

Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Abarth Mitsubishi
Model Spider Riviera Lancer
Year Released 1960 1994
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 832 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 610 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 3640 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2510 mm


 

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