1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2009 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 49 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 930 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.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga 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 | 2009 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 53 L |
