1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1988 Ferrari F1 88
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 is newer by 29 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 1,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F1 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 (612 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 565 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F1 88.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1988 Ferrari F1 88 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | Spider Riviera | F1 88 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
