1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 841 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 Jeep Patriot, 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 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Abarth | Jeep |
Model | Spider Riviera | Patriot |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1758 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2634 mm |