1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1950 Bristol 450
To start off, 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Bristol 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Bristol 450 weights approximately 120 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 | 1950 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | Spider Riviera | 450 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
