2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1959 Moretti 750
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 44 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 590 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.
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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1959 Moretti 750 | |
Make | Ascari | Moretti |
Model | KZ1 | 750 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2160 mm |