1990 Ford Festiva vs. 1959 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1990 Ford Festiva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Festiva (57 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 1200. (55 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Because 1959 Moretti 1200 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 1959 Moretti 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Festiva, 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.
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1990 Ford Festiva | 1959 Moretti 1200 | |
Make | Ford | Moretti |
Model | Festiva | 1200 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 55 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |