1960 Moretti 750 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 760 kg more than 1960 Moretti 750. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1960 Moretti 750 has manual transmission. 1960 Moretti 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Moretti 750 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Moretti Chevrolet
Model 750 Corvette
Year Released 1960 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 746 cc 5665 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 29 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 483 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 60 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 760 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2950 mm


 

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