1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1832 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 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
