1963 Moretti Panoramica vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1968 Opel GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel GT weights approximately 84 kg more than 1963 Moretti Panoramica. 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, 1968 Opel GT (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Moretti Panoramica | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | Moretti | Opel |
Model | Panoramica | GT |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 748 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2440 mm |