1961 Austin 7 vs. 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin 7 (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin 7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1961 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Austin | Moretti |
| Model | 7 | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |
