2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1960 Moretti 750
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1960 Moretti 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3, 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 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1960 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | 3 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2160 mm |
