1987 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1987 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Mustang weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 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, 1987 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
Make | Ford | Moretti |
Model | Mustang | Spider Turismo |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2160 mm |