1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2001 Audi Avantissimo
To start off, 2001 Audi Avantissimo is newer by 42 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), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 1185 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 2001 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2001 Audi Avantissimo has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi Avantissimo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2001 Audi Avantissimo | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | Spider Riviera | Avantissimo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
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 | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |