1970 Moretti S Coupe vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Moretti S Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Spitfire (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 25 kg more than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Triumph Spitfire (94 Nm @ 3760 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti S Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Moretti S Coupe | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Moretti | Triumph |
| Model | S Coupe | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 766 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3760 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2140 mm |
