1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1969 Moretti 127
To start off, 1973 Ford Cortina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 330 kg more than 1969 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Cortina 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 1973 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1973 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 1969 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Cortina | 127 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
