1986 Ford Taurus vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 1986 Ford Taurus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti SS would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Taurus (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Taurus weights approximately 700 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Moretti SS 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 1969 Moretti SS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus, 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 Taurus (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Taurus | SS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |
