1960 Moretti 750 vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 25 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (145 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 660 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750. 1985 Volvo 780 has automatic transmission and 1960 Moretti 750 has manual transmission. 1960 Moretti 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Volvo 780 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Moretti 750 | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Moretti | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | 780 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2780 mm |
