1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
Model | Spider Riviera | Solstice |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 49 L |