1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1961 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 749 kg more than 1961 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Moretti |
| Model | Corvette | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2160 mm |
