1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 46 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 540 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, 2005 Rover 45, 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, 2005 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2005 Rover 45 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. 2005 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2005 Rover 45 | |
Make | Abarth | Rover |
Model | Spider Riviera | 45 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |