1960 Moretti 750 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 48 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 825 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, 2008 Rover 75, 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, 2008 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Moretti 750 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Moretti | Rover |
Model | 750 | 75 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2750 mm |