1954 Ford Popular vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 1969 Moretti SS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Moretti SS (51 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Moretti SS should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Popular weights approximately 35 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS.
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, 1954 Ford Popular (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Popular will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Popular | SS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2040 mm |
