1969 Moretti SS vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti SS would be higher. At 1,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 644 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Moretti SS | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Moretti | Toyota |
| Model | SS | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
