1979 Citroen CX vs. 1960 Moretti 750
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 475 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 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, 1979 Citroen CX, 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, 1979 Citroen CX (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1960 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | CX | 750 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2160 mm |
