1961 Moretti 500 vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 38 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Vitz 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.
Because 1999 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Moretti 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Moretti 500 | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Moretti | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |
