1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 54 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 635 kg more than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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, 2013 Mini Roadster (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster 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 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Abarth | Mini |
| Model | Spider Riviera | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2467 mm |
