1960 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 1972 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1972 ZAZ 966 is newer by 12 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 885 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 ZAZ 966 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo should accelerate faster than 1972 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo.
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 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo | 1972 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Moretti | ZAZ |
| Model | Spider Turismo | 966 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 885 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2170 mm |
