1959 Moretti 750 vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1998 Opel Corsa is newer by 39 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 973 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Corsa (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Corsa weights approximately 224 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, 1998 Opel Corsa, 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, 1998 Opel Corsa (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Moretti 750 | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Moretti | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2450 mm |
