1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 43 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 1055 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 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, 2003 Seat Altea, 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, 2003 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea 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 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Abarth | Seat |
Model | Spider Riviera | Altea |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |