2003 MG TF vs. 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 420 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG TF | 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | MG | Moretti |
| Model | TF | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2160 mm |
