1960 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1962 Moretti 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1962 Moretti 500. 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, 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Moretti | Moretti |
| Model | Spider Turismo | 500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 1850 mm |
