1958 Moretti 750 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 52 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1958 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 1547 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Moretti 750 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
