1965 Moretti Coupe vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 40 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (24 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForFour weights approximately 450 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, 2005 Smart ForFour, 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, 2005 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (39 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti Coupe | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Moretti | Smart |
| Model | Coupe | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 47 L |
