1968 Moretti Coupe vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (70 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 535 kg more than 1968 Moretti Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Moretti Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Moretti Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti Coupe | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Santana |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
