1976 Mini Clubman vs. 1959 Moretti 750
To start off, 1976 Mini Clubman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mini Clubman (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Moretti 750 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Mini Clubman.
Because 1959 Moretti 750 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 1959 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Mini Clubman, 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, 1976 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mini Clubman | 1959 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Mini | Moretti |
| Model | Clubman | 750 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2160 mm |
