1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, both 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 and 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 (118 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
Model | 190 | Spider Turismo |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2160 mm |