1995 Ford Contour vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 1995 Ford Contour is newer by 26 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Contour weights approximately 542 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, 1995 Ford Contour, 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 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Contour | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Contour | SS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
