2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1959 Moretti 750
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 48 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 278 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, 2007 Ford Bantam, 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, 2007 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1959 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Bantam | 750 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2160 mm |
