2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1965 Moretti 750
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 749 kg more than 1965 Moretti 750. 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 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 1965 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | RX-8 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
