1970 Moretti Coupe vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Noble M12 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1970 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, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Moretti Coupe | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Moretti | Noble |
| Model | Coupe | M12 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
