1960 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1966 Simca 1000 is newer by 6 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 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1000 (38 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1000 weights approximately 140 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, 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Moretti | Simca |
| Model | Spider Turismo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2230 mm |
