1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 37 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 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 940 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 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R 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 | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | Spider Riviera | 400 R |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
