1959 Moretti Golden vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2002 TVR Tuscan is newer by 43 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 310 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, 2002 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Moretti Golden | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Moretti | TVR |
Model | Golden | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |