1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1958 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 692 kg more than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1958 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
