1965 Moretti S Coupe vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti S Coupe would be higher. At 767 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 Moretti S Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 113 kg more than 1965 Moretti S 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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. 2006 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1965 Moretti S Coupe has manual transmission. 1965 Moretti S Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti S Coupe | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Moretti | Smart |
| Model | S Coupe | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
