1968 Lotus Europa vs. 1965 Moretti 750
To start off, 1968 Lotus Europa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lotus Europa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Moretti 750. 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 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Europa | 1965 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Lotus | Moretti |
| Model | Europa | 750 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
