2006 Honda Element vs. 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Honda | Moretti |
| Model | Element | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2160 mm |
