1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1970 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 Moretti 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (141 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1970 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | Holden | Moretti |
| Model | Commodore | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1850 mm |
