1986 Ford Escort vs. 1965 Moretti 750
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 210 kg more than 1965 Moretti 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1965 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Escort | 750 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 30 L |
