1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1959 Moretti 750
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 34 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 1959 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Moretti |
| Model | Charmant | 750 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2160 mm |
