1965 Moretti Coupe vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1983 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 18 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 330 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, 1983 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti Coupe | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Moretti | Skoda |
| Model | Coupe | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 47 L |
