1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1958 Moretti 750

To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1958 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1958 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 755 kg more than 1958 Moretti 750. 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Moretti 750.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ford Falcon 1958 Moretti 750
Make Ford Moretti
Model Falcon 750
Year Released 1998 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 748 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 221 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 63 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 760 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2160 mm


 

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