1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1983 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1983 Jeep CJ is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jeep CJ (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jeep CJ weights approximately 680 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.
Because 1983 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Jeep CJ 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 | 1983 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | Spider Riviera | CJ |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
