2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1959 Moretti Golden
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 287 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Moretti Golden 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 Golden. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1959 Moretti Golden | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Fusion | Golden |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
