1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
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, 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
Make | Abarth | Moretti |
Model | 700 | Spider Turismo |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 30 L |