1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1986 Talbot Solara
To start off, 1986 Talbot Solara 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Talbot Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Talbot Solara (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Talbot Solara should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Talbot Solara weights approximately 488 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 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Talbot Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Talbot Solara (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Talbot Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 1986 Talbot Solara 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. 1986 Talbot Solara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1986 Talbot Solara | |
| Make | Abarth | Talbot |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Solara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
