1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1960 Moretti 750
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 474 kg more than 1960 Moretti 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1960 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | Xantia | 750 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2160 mm |
