1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1962 Moretti 1100
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 1100 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 1100. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 196 kg more than 1962 Moretti 1100. 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1962 Moretti 1100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Moretti |
| Model | Spider | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2160 mm |
