1959 Moretti Golden vs. 1969 Moretti 127
To start off, 1969 Moretti 127 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Moretti Golden is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Moretti Golden (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Moretti Golden should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Moretti Golden weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Moretti Golden 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 Golden. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Moretti 127, 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, 1959 Moretti Golden (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Moretti Golden will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Moretti Golden | 1969 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Moretti | Moretti |
| Model | Golden | 127 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
