1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2001 Audi TT
To start off, 2001 Audi TT 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 780 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 TT 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 TT 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 TT (225 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm). This means 2001 Audi TT 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 | 2001 Audi TT | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | Spider Riviera | TT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |