1961 Moretti 500 vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 28 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 505 (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 560 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, 1989 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Moretti 500 | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Moretti | Peugeot |
Model | 500 | 505 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |