1961 Moretti Panoramica vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 168 kg more than 1961 Moretti Panoramica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Moretti Panoramica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Moretti Panoramica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Moretti Panoramica | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panoramica | Citi |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
