2008 Audi A3 vs. 1958 Moretti 750
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 50 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1958 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 650 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3, 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, 2008 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1958 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Audi | Moretti |
| Model | A3 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2160 mm |
