1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1965 Moretti 750

To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 1202 kg more than 1965 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 750. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1965 Moretti 750 has manual transmission. 1965 Moretti 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 AMC Ambassador 1965 Moretti 750
Make AMC Moretti
Model Ambassador 750
Year Released 1972 1965
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4981 cc 766 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 61 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1782 kg 580 kg
Vehicle Length 5330 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2010 mm


 

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