1970 Moretti 127 vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1970 Moretti 127 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Vauxhall Victor (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 229 kg more than 1970 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Vauxhall Victor 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 1959 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Moretti 127, 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, 1959 Vauxhall Victor (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Moretti 127 | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Moretti | Vauxhall |
| Model | 127 | Victor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
