1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1961 Moretti 500
To start off, 1961 Moretti 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1900 (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1961 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, 1954 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1900 | 1961 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Moretti |
Model | 1900 | 500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |