1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1969 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti S Coupe would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 554 kg more than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Moretti S Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Moretti S Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti S Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1969 Moretti S Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Moretti |
| Model | Spirit | S Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
