1968 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 37 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 973 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 225 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, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa, 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, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Corsa 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 | 2005 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Moretti | Vauxhall |
| Model | Spider Turismo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2500 mm |
