1968 Moretti 750 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 37 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 880 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti 750 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
