1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 53 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1100 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
