1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 29 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo weights approximately 154 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
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, 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Moretti |
| Model | Minica | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 471 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
