1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo

To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 24 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 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1961 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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Mazda RX-7 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo
Make Mazda Moretti
Model RX-7 Spider Turismo
Year Released 1985 1961
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2292 cc 748 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 165 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 63 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 912 kg 684 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2160 mm


 

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