1959 Moretti Golden vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 31 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Moretti Golden (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Moretti Golden should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden.
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, 1990 Renault 21, 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, 1990 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Moretti Golden | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Moretti | Renault |
| Model | Golden | 21 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
