1970 Moretti 750 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1970 Moretti 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1200S weights approximately 275 kg more than 1970 Moretti 750. 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, 1966 Simca 1200S (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Moretti 750 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Moretti | Simca |
| Model | 750 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
