1959 Moretti Golden vs. 1978 Renault Siete
To start off, 1978 Renault Siete is newer by 19 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 30 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Moretti Golden should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Moretti Golden weights approximately 74 kg more than 1978 Renault Siete. 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, 1978 Renault Siete, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Moretti Golden will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Moretti Golden | 1978 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Moretti | Renault |
| Model | Golden | Siete |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
