1960 Moretti 750 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 42 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 746 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Moretti 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 45 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, 2002 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Moretti 750 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Moretti | Smart |
| Model | 750 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 1820 mm |
