1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1963 Morgan 4
To start off, 1963 Morgan 4 is newer by 4 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 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan 4 (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morgan 4 weights approximately 50 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 | 1963 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Abarth | Morgan |
Model | Spider Riviera | 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 1340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |