1960 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1966 Simca 1200S 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 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1200S weights approximately 175 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, 1966 Simca 1200S (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1200S 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 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Moretti | Simca |
Model | Spider Turismo | 1200S |
Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2240 mm |