2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1957 Moretti 1200
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1957 Moretti 1200. (68 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1957 Moretti 1200. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 1957 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Lotus | Moretti |
| Model | GT 1 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
