1960 Moretti 750 vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 49 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1510 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Moretti 750 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3010 mm |
