1960 Moretti 750 vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 1969 Simca 1301 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1301 (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1301 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1960 Moretti 750. 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, 1969 Simca 1301 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Moretti 750 | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Moretti | Simca |
Model | 750 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2530 mm |