1946 Fiat 500 vs. 1959 Moretti 750
To start off, 1959 Moretti 750 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Moretti 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Moretti 750 (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Moretti 750 should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Moretti 750 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1946 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Fiat 500 | 1959 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Fiat | Moretti |
| Model | 500 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
