2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1958 Moretti 750
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1958 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 100 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 Fiat Panda, 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 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1958 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Fiat | Moretti |
| Model | Panda | 750 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2160 mm |
