1959 Moretti 750 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 25 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 360 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 360 weights approximately 360 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Moretti 750 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Moretti | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
