1960 Moretti 750 vs. 2001 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster is newer by 41 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Speedster (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Speedster weights approximately 188 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, 2001 Opel Speedster (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Moretti 750 | 2001 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Moretti | Opel |
Model | 750 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2340 mm |