1961 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR Tamora weights approximately 491 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, 2006 TVR Tamora (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora 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 | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Moretti | TVR |
| Model | Spider Turismo | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2570 mm |
