1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo 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 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | 2CV | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 30 L |
