1965 Moretti 750 vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 945 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, 1996 Renault Safrane, 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti 750 | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Moretti | Renault |
| Model | 750 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 766 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
