1965 Moretti Coupe vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 47 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (24 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 605 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, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (39 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Moretti Coupe | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Moretti | Mazda |
Model | Coupe | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Size | 590 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 48 L |