1960 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
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 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Triumph Roadster (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 483 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 Triumph Roadster (147 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (67 Nm). This means 1950 Triumph Roadster 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 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Moretti | Triumph |
| Model | Spider Turismo | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2390 mm |
