1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 315 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Sierra | SS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
