1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera
To start off, 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 6 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 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera weights approximately 46 kg more than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000.
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, 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | |
Make | Abarth | Abarth |
Model | Mono 1000 | Spider Riviera |
Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 30 L |