1965 Moretti Coupe vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1968 Opel Rekord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Rekord (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (24 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Rekord weights approximately 505 kg more than 1965 Moretti Coupe. 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 Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (39 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Moretti Coupe | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Moretti | Opel |
Model | Coupe | Rekord |
Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 590 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |