1965 Moretti 2500 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
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, 2011 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Moretti 2500 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Moretti | Lotus |
Model | 2500 | Elise |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2454 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2299 mm |