1967 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird

To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird weights approximately 447 kg more than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Moretti Spider Turismo 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
Make Moretti Pontiac
Model Spider Turismo Sunbird
Year Released 1967 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 746 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 29 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 252 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 60 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1127 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2580 mm


 

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