1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1960 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 598 kg more than 1960 Moretti Panoramica.
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 Esprit (542 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. (68 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1960 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | Lotus | Moretti |
| Model | Esprit | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2160 mm |
