1968 Moretti 750 vs. 1974 Austin Marina
To start off, 1974 Austin Marina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin Marina weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 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, 1974 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 750. 1974 Austin Marina has automatic transmission and 1968 Moretti 750 has manual transmission. 1968 Moretti 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Austin Marina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti 750 | 1974 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Moretti | Austin |
| Model | 750 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
