1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 52 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (136 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider Riviera | C |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |