1965 Moretti Coupe vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 41 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1085 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, 2006 Opel Vectra, 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti Coupe | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Moretti | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
