1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1958 Moretti 750
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1958 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1958 Moretti 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo, 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Tempo | 1958 Moretti 750 | |
Make | Ford | Moretti |
Model | Tempo | 750 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2160 mm |