1960 Moretti 750 vs. 2007 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Opel Speedster is newer by 47 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Speedster weights approximately 245 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, 2007 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Moretti | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 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 | 1005 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 |
