1959 Moretti Golden vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 52 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 576 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, 2011 Ford Escape, 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Moretti Golden | 2011 Ford Escape | |
Make | Moretti | Ford |
Model | Golden | Escape |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2619 mm |