1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1986 Subaru 1.8 is newer by 27 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 520 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 1986 Subaru 1.8 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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru 1.8 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 | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | Spider Riviera | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
