1974 Holden Statesman vs. 1965 Moretti 750
To start off, 1974 Holden Statesman is newer by 9 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 955 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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 1965 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Holden | Moretti |
| Model | Statesman | 750 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
