2009 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Moretti 750
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 50 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 551 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, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1959 Moretti 750 | |
Make | Ford | Moretti |
Model | Focus | 750 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2160 mm |