1977 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1970 Moretti 750
To start off, 1977 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat X1-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat X1-9 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat X1-9 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1970 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, 1977 Fiat X1-9 (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat X1-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat X1-9 | 1970 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Fiat | Moretti |
| Model | X1-9 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2010 mm |
