1967 Moretti Coupe vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1967 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1967 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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Moretti Coupe | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Moretti | Morgan |
| Model | Coupe | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
