1959 Moretti Golden vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 45 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1339 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.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Moretti Golden. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Moretti Golden | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golden | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
