1968 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider Turismo | Touran |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
