1959 Moretti Golden vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 53 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 659 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1959 Moretti Golden has manual transmission. 1959 Moretti Golden will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Moretti Golden | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Moretti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Golden | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4010 mm |
