1972 Moretti 127 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1972 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 630 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 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Moretti 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Moretti 127 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Moretti | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
