1963 Moretti 1100 vs. 2008 Opel GT
To start off, 2008 Opel GT is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 1100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 1100. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel GT weights approximately 535 kg more than 1963 Moretti 1100. 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, 2008 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Moretti 1100 | 2008 Opel GT | |
| Make | Moretti | Opel |
| Model | 1100 | GT |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2420 mm |
