1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1414 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 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 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 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | Spider Riviera | A8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3122 mm |
