2002 Lotus Elise vs. 1969 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti S Coupe would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Elise weights approximately 56 kg more than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. 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, 2002 Lotus Elise (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti S Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 1969 Moretti S Coupe | |
| Make | Lotus | Moretti |
| Model | Elise | S Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 30 L |
