1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1959 Moretti 750
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Matiz (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 93 kg more than 1959 Moretti 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1998 Daewoo Matiz (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1959 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Moretti |
| Model | Matiz | 750 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2160 mm |
