1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 51 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1822 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2011 Chevrolet Express 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. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Express |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
