1959 Moretti 750 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 125 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, 1982 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Moretti 750 | 1982 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
Model | 750 | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 748 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |