1960 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 43 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 322 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 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 | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Moretti | Morgan |
Model | Spider Turismo | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 748 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2530 mm |