1974 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1969 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1969 Moretti Coupe. 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 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-4 | 1969 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | RX-4 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |
