2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 1959 Moretti Golden
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Caterham Superlight R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Moretti Golden weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
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, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Caterham Superlight R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Caterham Superlight R | 1959 Moretti Golden | |
| Make | Caterham | Moretti |
| Model | Superlight R | Golden |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
