1962 Moretti Panoramica vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 718 kg more than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Moretti Panoramica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Moretti Panoramica | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panoramica | Touran |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2680 mm |
