1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2007 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2007 GMC Envoy is newer by 47 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
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, 2007 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2007 GMC Envoy 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. 2007 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2007 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
