2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1969 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1969 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 695 kg more than 1969 Moretti Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Moretti Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Moretti Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mini Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1969 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | Mini | Moretti |
| Model | Cooper | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
