1961 Moretti 500 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 22 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 770 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, 1983 Opel Senator (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Moretti 500 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Moretti | Opel |
Model | 500 | Senator |
Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2690 mm |