1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 1971 DAF 44 is newer by 12 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 844 cc (2 cylinders), 1971 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 DAF 44 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 DAF 44 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 | 1971 DAF 44 | |
Make | Abarth | DAF |
Model | Spider Riviera | 44 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |