1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1775 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider Riviera | Express |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3940 mm |