1970 Moretti Panoramica vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 Moretti Panoramica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Moretti Panoramica 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 1970 Moretti Panoramica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea, 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, 2008 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Moretti Panoramica | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Moretti | Seat |
| Model | Panoramica | Altea |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2590 mm |
