1988 Lada Niva vs. 1969 Moretti 750
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 570 kg more than 1969 Moretti 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Moretti 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1969 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Lada | Moretti |
| Model | Niva | 750 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
