1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 986 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 Toyota Brevis 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 Toyota Brevis 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 Toyota Brevis (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2001 Toyota Brevis 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 Toyota Brevis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Brevis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
