1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1990 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 1990 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 31 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Voyager (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 810 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, 1990 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1990 Chrysler Voyager (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Voyager 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 | 1990 Chrysler Voyager | |
Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
Model | Spider Riviera | Voyager |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |