2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1965 Moretti 750
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 44 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lotus Elise weights approximately 370 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 1965 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Lotus | Moretti |
| Model | Elise | 750 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |
