1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 37 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 2,568 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 650 kg more than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
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, 1996 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | Spider Riviera | Skyline |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 2568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 57 Nm | 367 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |