1960 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 18 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 7 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Because 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 will offer significantly more control. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Moretti | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider Turismo | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 1940 mm |
