1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 44 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 249 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1727 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.
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, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra 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 | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 129 L |
