1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 1968 Moretti 750
To start off, 1974 Lotus Eclat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 Moretti 750. 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lotus Eclat | 1968 Moretti 750 | |
Make | Lotus | Moretti |
Model | Eclat | 750 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 30 L |