2006 Lotus Elise vs. 1966 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1966 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lotus Elise weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Moretti Panoramica. 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 1966 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | Lotus | Moretti |
| Model | Elise | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |
