1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1250 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace 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 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 83 L |
