1965 Moretti Coupe vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 300 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, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca (106 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Moretti Coupe | 1998 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Fusca |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |