1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1941 GAZ M1
To start off, 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 GAZ M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 GAZ M1 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1941 GAZ M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 GAZ M1 (49 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 GAZ M1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 GAZ M1 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1941 GAZ M1 | |
| Make | Abarth | GAZ |
| Model | Spider Riviera | M1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1941 |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
