1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1957 Moretti 750
To start off, 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 785 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Moretti 750. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1957 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Moretti 750 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
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 | 1957 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Abarth | Moretti |
| Model | Spider Riviera | 750 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
