1978 Citroen LN vs. 1960 Moretti 750
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN 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 746 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Moretti 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Moretti 750 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN.
Because 1960 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 1960 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LN, 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, 1960 Moretti 750 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Moretti 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 1960 Moretti 750 | |
Make | Citroen | Moretti |
Model | LN | 750 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2160 mm |