1979 Fiat 126 vs. 1969 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 1979 Fiat 126 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti S Coupe would be higher. At 767 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Moretti S Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Moretti S Coupe (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Moretti S Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Moretti S Coupe weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. 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, 1969 Moretti S Coupe (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Moretti S Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 1969 Moretti S Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Moretti |
| Model | 126 | S Coupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
