1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 836 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 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | Spider Riviera | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
