1997 Chrysler Viper vs. 1965 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Viper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 7,984 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (24 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1965 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, 1997 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (39 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Viper | 1965 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Moretti |
| Model | Viper | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 7984 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
