1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33

To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 36 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 375 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 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 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
Make Abarth Alfa Romeo
Model Spider Riviera 33
Year Released 1959 1995
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 785 cc 1351 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 113 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 62.5 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 67.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 610 kg 985 kg
Vehicle Length 3640 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2480 mm


 

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