1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 995 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 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2008 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2008 Ford Maverick 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. 2008 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
