1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2352 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Ram |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
