1965 Moretti Coupe vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 44 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 662 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti Coupe | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Moretti | Seat |
| Model | Coupe | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
