2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 40 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 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 745 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | RX-8 | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |
