1974 Moretti 127 vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1974 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 830 kg more than 1974 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Moretti 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Moretti 127 | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Moretti | Ford |
| Model | 127 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
