1965 Moretti Coupe vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 23 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR Type S weights approximately 380 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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti Coupe | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Moretti | TVR |
| Model | Coupe | Type S |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2300 mm |
