1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 1959 Moretti 750
To start off, 1970 Mazda 1000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Moretti 750 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 1000 | 1959 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | 1000 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2160 mm |
