1968 Moretti 750 vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 504 is newer by 10 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 750 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, 1978 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti 750 | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Moretti | Peugeot |
| Model | 750 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
