1972 AMC Matador vs. 1958 Moretti 750
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1958 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1958 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 840 kg more than 1958 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 Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Moretti 750. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1958 Moretti 750 has manual transmission. 1958 Moretti 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1958 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | AMC | Moretti |
| Model | Matador | 750 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2160 mm |
