1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 51 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 437 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, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz 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 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | Spider Riviera | Jazz |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71.6 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |