1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 48 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2007 Kia Rondo 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. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
