2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 34 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Caterham | Moretti |
| Model | 7 | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2160 mm |
