2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Moretti 1100
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 1100 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 1100. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1963 Moretti 1100. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Moretti 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Moretti |
| Model | Corvette | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2160 mm |
