1984 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Escort weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 Moretti Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Moretti Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort, 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, 1984 Ford Escort (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1966 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Escort | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
