1959 Moretti 750 vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1967 Riley Kestrel is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley Kestrel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Riley Kestrel (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Riley Kestrel should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 128 kg more than 1959 Moretti 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Riley Kestrel, 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, 1967 Riley Kestrel (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Riley Kestrel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Moretti 750 | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
Make | Moretti | Riley |
Model | 750 | Kestrel |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 748 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2380 mm |