1965 Moretti Coupe vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1990 Nissan Micra is newer by 25 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (24 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Micra weights approximately 146 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.
Because 1965 Moretti Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Moretti Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (39 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti Coupe | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Moretti | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Micra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2310 mm |
