1960 Moretti 750 vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 46 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 25 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 25 weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1960 Moretti 750 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 1960 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Rover 25, 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, 2006 Rover 25 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Moretti 750 | 2006 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Moretti | Rover |
| Model | 750 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |
