1960 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Peugeot 203 (44 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 244 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, 1950 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Moretti | Peugeot |
| Model | Spider Turismo | 203 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2590 mm |
