1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 46 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 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Insight (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Because 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Honda Insight (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Insight 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 | 2006 Honda Insight | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | Spider Riviera | Insight |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |