1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 9 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1495 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais 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 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
Model | Spider Riviera | Calais |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 7734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 711 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 109.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 103.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3300 mm |