2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1965 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 365 kg more than 1965 Moretti Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Moretti Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1965 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Moretti |
| Model | Palio | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |
