1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 1985 Lotus Esprit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti SS would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 368 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS. 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, 1985 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Esprit | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Lotus | Moretti |
| Model | Esprit | SS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2040 mm |
