2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 37 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 375 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
