1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 364 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Lancia | Moretti |
| Model | Beta | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1044 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 30 L |
