1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 595 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, 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle (152 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider Riviera | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |