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Moretti 1100 Spider

1961Coachwork by Moretti

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1961
Body style
Spider
Engine
Inline-4
Type
Limited
Displacement
1,090 cc
Power
60 hp
Seats
2

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR

Coachbuilding, design & conversions

PRICE & SALES RECORD

Vehicle value

Original price
Not documented
Latest recorded sale
Not documented

01 / THE STORY

History & context

The Moretti 1100 Spider (1961) was coachbuilt by Moretti and designed by Giovanni Michelotti. During this period, Moretti was known for its small, stylish automobiles, and the 1100 Spider exemplified the brand’s commitment to quality coachbuilding and design. The model featured a two-door roadster configuration that emphasized lightweight construction and sporty aesthetics, aligning with contemporary automotive trends of the early 1960s. The design process incorporated an aerodynamic silhouette, characterized by flowing lines and a compact form that enhanced its visual appeal. Construction methods employed included traditional hand-formed body panels, with attention to the proportions that facilitated both performance and style. Mechanically, the Moretti 1100 Spider was equipped with a chassis designed to support agile handling, and the layout was optimized to enhance the driving experience. Mechanically, the model was powered by an inline-four engine, which provided adequate performance for a vehicle of its class. The chassis was based on Moretti’s development standards of the time, emphasizing a balance between weight and structural integrity. In production terms, specific production data for the 1100 Spider is not readily available, but surviving examples have been documented, indicating a limited production run.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Limited

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-4
Displacement
1,090 cc
Power (hp)
60 hp
Transmission
4-speed manual
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Specification notes
Model-specific period-comparison figures are used for the Moretti-Fiat 1100 Spider. SAE alternative power figures are not mixed into the structured field.

Dimensions & accommodation

Wheelbase
2,150 mm
Length
3,700 mm
Width
1,400 mm
Weight
835 kg
Seats
2

Design & manufacture

Designer · Documented
Giovanni Michelotti
Coachbuilder / Manufacturer / Body Builder · Documented
Moretti

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.

ReferenceSource type
Archivio Storico Michelotti — Moretti 1100 Spider, 1961 www.archiviostoricomichelotti.it Designer archive
Lancia Appia derivate e speciali — contemporary-market comparison it.wikipedia.org Specialist historical reference

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