1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (49 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Cortina weights approximately 543 kg more than 1970 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (85 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Cortina | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2160 mm |
