1969 Moretti Panoramica vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 1,194 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Kadett weights approximately 40 kg more than 1969 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, 1978 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Moretti Panoramica | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Moretti | Opel |
| Model | Panoramica | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 43 L |
