1964 Moretti 750 vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1964 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1964 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1964 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Moretti 750. 1979 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1964 Moretti 750 has manual transmission. 1964 Moretti 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Moretti 750 | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Moretti | Pontiac |
| Model | 750 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
