1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1963 Moretti 500
To start off, 1963 Moretti 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alpine A 106 (43 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500.
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, 1957 Alpine A 106 (45 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm). This means 1957 Alpine A 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1963 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Alpine | Moretti |
| Model | A 106 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 18 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
