1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1965 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti S Coupe would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat 131 (53 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1965 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, 1978 Fiat 131 (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti S Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 1965 Moretti S Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Moretti |
| Model | 131 | S Coupe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
