1960 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Wartburg 312 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 280 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Wartburg 312 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 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Moretti | Wartburg |
Model | Spider Turismo | 312 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 748 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2460 mm |