1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Opel Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1110 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 2004 Opel Frontera 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, 2004 Opel Frontera 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, 2004 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2004 Opel Frontera 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. 2004 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
