2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1959 Moretti 750
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 493 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 Hyundai Elantra, 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 Hyundai Elantra (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti 750.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 1959 Moretti 750 | |
Make | Hyundai | Moretti |
Model | Elantra | 750 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2160 mm |