1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1970 Moretti Coupe

To start off, 1970 Moretti Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Coupe.

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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (109 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1500 1970 Moretti Coupe
Make Fiat Moretti
Model 1500 Coupe
Year Released 1959 1970
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Size 1481 cc 499 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 26 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 109 Nm 41 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 3350 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1370 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 1850 mm


 

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