2005 Acura NSX vs. 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 44 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 768 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, 2005 Acura NSX (285 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Acura | Moretti |
| Model | NSX | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2160 mm |
