1965 Moretti 750 vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1980 Volvo 245 is newer by 15 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 245 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 760 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.
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, 1980 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Moretti 750 | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Moretti | Volvo |
Model | 750 | 245 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 766 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |