1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1960 Moretti 750
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1960 Moretti 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Moretti 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1960 Moretti 750 has manual transmission. 1960 Moretti 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 1960 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Moretti |
| Model | Suburban | 750 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2160 mm |
