1989 Citroen BX vs. 1958 Moretti 750
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1958 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen BX weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 Moretti 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX, 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, 1989 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1958 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | BX | 750 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2160 mm |
