1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1962 Moretti 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 Moretti 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1952 Austin A 40 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Austin | Moretti |
Model | A 40 | 500 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1850 mm |