1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1973 Moretti 127
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1973 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lotus GT 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Moretti 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1973 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Lotus | Moretti |
| Model | GT 1 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
