1968 Moretti Coupe vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 30 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 400 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.
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, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti Coupe | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Moretti | Morgan |
| Model | Coupe | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 137 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
