1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 580 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, 2007 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF 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 | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | Spider Riviera | TF |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
