1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1969 Moretti 127
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Festiva weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 1969 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Festiva | 127 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |
