1971 Moretti 127 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1971 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1971 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1971 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Moretti 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Moretti 127 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Moretti | Plymouth |
| Model | 127 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
