1972 Moretti 127 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, both 1972 Moretti 127 and 1972 Volkswagen 411 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1972 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1972 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Volkswagen 411 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Volkswagen 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Moretti 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen 411 (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Moretti 127 | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 127 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
