1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1970 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Moretti Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Moretti Coupe 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 1970 Moretti Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1970 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Fiesta | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1850 mm |
