1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1964 Renault 4
To start off, 1964 Renault 4 is newer by 5 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, 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Renault 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Renault 4 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
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, 1964 Renault 4, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1964 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | Spider Riviera | 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
