1965 Moretti Coupe vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 750 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, 1998 Peugeot 306, 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, 1998 Peugeot 306 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti Coupe | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Moretti | Peugeot |
| Model | Coupe | 306 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
