1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 40 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 1,787 cc, 2000 Ford Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Equator weights approximately 598 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, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Equator |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3260 mm |
