1947 Allard K1 vs. 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Allard K1 weights approximately 383 kg more than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1947 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1947 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Allard K1 | 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Allard | Moretti |
| Model | K1 | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2160 mm |
