1949 Austin 16 vs. 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1960 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, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
Make | Austin | Moretti |
Model | 16 | Spider Turismo |
Year Released | 1949 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2160 mm |