1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2008 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 49 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 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 685 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, 2008 Fiat Doblo, 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, 2008 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo 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 | 2008 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
