1976 Ford Capri vs. 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1976 Ford Capri is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Capri (54 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Capri weights approximately 330 kg more than 1969 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, 1976 Ford Capri (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Capri | 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Capri | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2160 mm |
