1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 45 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2068 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 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2005 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
Model | Spider Riviera | Escalade |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 5966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |