1970 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. 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, 2000 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Moretti | Smart |
Model | Spider Turismo | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 748 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 1820 mm |