1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1961 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1968 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 710 kg more than 1961 Moretti Panoramica. 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1961 Moretti Panoramica | |
Make | Austin | Moretti |
Model | 3-Litre | Panoramica |
Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2160 mm |