1961 Austin Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper 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 96 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Austin | Moretti |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 30 L |
