1961 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Skoda 440 (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Skoda 440 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 440 weights approximately 251 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, 1956 Skoda 440 (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Moretti Spider Turismo | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Moretti | Skoda |
Model | Spider Turismo | 440 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 748 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |