1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1175 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 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2004 Pontiac Montana 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. 2004 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Montana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3050 mm |
