1999 Lotus Elise vs. 1961 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Moretti Panoramica weights approximately 72 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lotus Elise (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus Elise | 1961 Moretti Panoramica | |
Make | Lotus | Moretti |
Model | Elise | Panoramica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2160 mm |