1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1959 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 12 M.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1959 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Spider Riviera | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1620 mm |
