1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1970 Jaguar Type E
To start off, 1970 Jaguar Type E is newer by 11 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jaguar Type E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jaguar Type E (225 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jaguar Type E should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jaguar Type E weights approximately 790 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 | 1970 Jaguar Type E | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Type E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
