1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 41 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 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 730 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1004 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (953 Nm) has 896 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper 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 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Viper |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 8521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 777 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 953 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
