1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 53 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 968 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, 2012 Citroen C5, 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 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 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | Spider Riviera | C5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2820 mm |