1968 Moretti 750 vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 36 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 799 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForTwo (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 225 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, 2004 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti 750 | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Moretti | Smart |
| Model | 750 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 22 L |
