1957 Moretti 750 vs. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Moretti 750. (47 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 1957 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 440 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Moretti 750 | 1965 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Moretti | Riley |
| Model | 750 | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3090 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2190 mm |
