1996 Lotus Elise vs. 1970 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elise is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Moretti Panoramica weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise.
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, 1996 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Elise | 1970 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | Lotus | Moretti |
| Model | Elise | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2160 mm |
