1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 15 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
