1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 295 kg more than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Fiat | Moretti |
| Model | Palio | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2160 mm |
