1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1425 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 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
