1968 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 44 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 1080 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, 2012 Audi A5, 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 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 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Moretti | Audi |
| Model | Spider Turismo | A5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 67 L |
