1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1998 Audi S8
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 39 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 288 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 1115 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 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 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 | 1998 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | Spider Riviera | S8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
