1970 Moretti 127 vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Moretti 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Moretti 127 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Moretti 127.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1978 Renault 4 (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Moretti 127 | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Moretti | Renault |
| Model | 127 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
