2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Catera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti SS would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Catera | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Moretti |
| Model | Catera | SS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2040 mm |
