1965 Moretti 750 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 20 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 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Talbot Samba weights approximately 160 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Talbot Samba (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti 750 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Moretti | Talbot |
| Model | 750 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 766 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
