1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 23 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Festiva (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Festiva weights approximately 110 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.
Because 1969 Moretti SS 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 1969 Moretti SS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Festiva | SS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2040 mm |
