1998 Lotus Emme vs. 1958 Moretti 750
To start off, 1998 Lotus Emme is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Emme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Emme (260 HP) has 231 more horse power than 1958 Moretti 750. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 1958 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Moretti 750 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme.
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, 1998 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Moretti 750. (63 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Emme | 1958 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Lotus | Moretti |
| Model | Emme | 750 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2160 mm |
