1965 Moretti 750 vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1976 Simca 1100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Simca 1100 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Simca 1100 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1965 Moretti 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1100, 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, 1976 Simca 1100 (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti 750 | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Moretti | Simca |
| Model | 750 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 766 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |
