1961 Moretti 500 vs. 1959 Moretti 750
To start off, 1961 Moretti 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Moretti 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Moretti 750 (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Moretti 750 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Moretti 750 weights approximately 120 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, 1959 Moretti 750 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Moretti 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Moretti 500 | 1959 Moretti 750 | |
Make | Moretti | Moretti |
Model | 500 | 750 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2160 mm |