1961 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 2013 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 52 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 796 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.

Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2013 Subaru Forester
Make Moretti Subaru
Model Spider Turismo Forester
Year Released 1961 2013
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 748 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type in-line electric
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 29 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 60 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 684 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 2006 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2615 mm


 

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