1959 Moretti Golden vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 51 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 677 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 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Moretti Golden | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
Model | Golden | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |