1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1971 Moretti 127
To start off, 1971 Moretti 127 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1971 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 480 kg more than 1971 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Zodiac 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 1957 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Moretti 127, 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, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 1971 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Zodiac | 127 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
