1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (138 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 835 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, 2007 Opel Zafira, 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira 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 | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
