1988 Citroen AX vs. 1960 Moretti 750
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Moretti 750 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX.
Because 1960 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 1960 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX, 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, 1988 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1960 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | AX | 750 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2160 mm |
