1957 Holden FE vs. 1961 Moretti 500
To start off, 1961 Moretti 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Holden FE weights approximately 340 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, 1957 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 1961 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Holden | Moretti |
| Model | FE | 500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1850 mm |
