1999 Ford Contour vs. 1970 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti S Coupe would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 692 kg more than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Moretti S Coupe 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 1970 Moretti S Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti S Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1970 Moretti S Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Contour | S Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
