1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1993 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 34 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Voyager (146 HP @ 4850 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1135 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, 1993 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, 1993 Chrysler Voyager (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1680 mm |
