1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1961 Saab 750
To start off, 1961 Saab 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera would be higher. At 785 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Saab 750 (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Saab 750 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Saab 750 weights approximately 243 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.
Because 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Saab 750, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Saab 750 (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Saab 750 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 | 1961 Saab 750 | |
Make | Abarth | Saab |
Model | Spider Riviera | 750 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |