1976 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1960 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 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda RX-2 | 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | RX-2 | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2160 mm |
