1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 1050 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider Riviera | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
