1980 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Moretti 127
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 939 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Moretti 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Moretti 127 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 Moretti 127.
Because 1980 Ford Escort 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 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Moretti 127, 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, 1973 Moretti 127 (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Moretti 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1973 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Escort | 127 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
