1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2005 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2005 MCC Crossblade 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 832 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Crossblade (70 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Crossblade should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC Crossblade weights approximately 134 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 MCC Crossblade (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Crossblade 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 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | Abarth | MCC |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
