1965 Moretti Coupe vs. 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1965 Moretti Coupe is newer by 4 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 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo weights approximately 164 kg more than 1965 Moretti Coupe. 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, 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti Coupe | 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Moretti | Moretti |
| Model | Coupe | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2160 mm |
