1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 590 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | Spider Riviera | Espace |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |