1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda 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 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
