1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1745 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 642 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | Spider Riviera | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2855 mm |