1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra 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 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3650 mm |
