1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1991 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1991 Dodge Monaco is newer by 32 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Monaco (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 745 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, 1991 Dodge Monaco, 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, 1991 Dodge Monaco (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Monaco 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 | 1991 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
