2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 1959 Moretti Golden
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden would be higher. At 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Moretti Golden 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 Golden. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito, 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 1959 Moretti Golden | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | Vito | Golden |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
