1958 Moretti 750 vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 605 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1958 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1958 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 699 kg more than 1958 Moretti 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Moretti 750 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 1958 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605, 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, 1989 Peugeot 605 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Moretti 750 | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Moretti | Peugeot |
| Model | 750 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2810 mm |
