1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 41 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
