1970 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,084 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 NSU 1000 (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo.
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, 1966 NSU 1000 (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Moretti | NSU |
| Model | Spider Turismo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2260 mm |
