1960 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1971 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 11 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 1,990 cc, 1971 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 530 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.
Because 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 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 | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Moretti | NSU |
| Model | Spider Turismo | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2870 mm |
