1970 Moretti S Coupe vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1970 Moretti S Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Rekord (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Moretti S 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, 1969 Opel Rekord (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti S Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Moretti S Coupe | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Moretti | Opel |
| Model | S Coupe | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 766 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
