1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1969 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1969 Moretti Panoramica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Moretti Panoramica weights approximately 100 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
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, 1958 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1969 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | Abarth | Moretti |
| Model | 1000 | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
