1961 Moretti 500 vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1982 Toyota Starlet is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 992 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Starlet (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 110 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, 1982 Toyota Starlet (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Moretti 500 | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Moretti | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Starlet |
Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2310 mm |