1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2006 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 47 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1336 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 2006 Buick Terraza 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, 2006 Buick Terraza 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2006 Buick Terraza 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. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2006 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Terraza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3080 mm |
