2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1960 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 1,306 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1960 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1960 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | RX-8 | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2160 mm |
