1969 Moretti S Coupe vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti S Coupe would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 633 kg more than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Moretti S 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 1969 Moretti S Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000, 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti S Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Moretti S Coupe | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Moretti | Saab |
| Model | S Coupe | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
