1968 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Trabant P 601, 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, 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Moretti | Trabant |
| Model | Spider Turismo | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 24 L |
