1962 Moretti 500 vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 1996 Renault Spider is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Spider weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 Moretti 500. 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, 1996 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Moretti 500 | 1996 Renault Spider | |
Make | Moretti | Renault |
Model | 500 | Spider |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 477 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2350 mm |