1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1969 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1969 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1712 kg more than 1969 Moretti Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Moretti Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti Coupe. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1969 Moretti Coupe has manual transmission. 1969 Moretti Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1969 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | GMC | Moretti |
| Model | Suburban | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 1850 mm |
