1959 Moretti Golden vs. 1974 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1974 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 15 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 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 58 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Moretti Golden | 1974 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Moretti | Triumph |
| Model | Golden | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
