1950 MG TD vs. 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 MG TD would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 MG TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 MG TD (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 MG TD weights approximately 191 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, 1950 MG TD (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 MG TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 MG TD | 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | MG | Moretti |
| Model | TD | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2160 mm |
