1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1996 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 1996 Innocenti Mille is newer by 36 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Innocenti Mille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Innocenti Mille weights approximately 250 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, 1996 Innocenti Mille, 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, 1996 Innocenti Mille (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Innocenti Mille 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 | 1996 Innocenti Mille | |
Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
Model | Spider Riviera | Mille |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |