1961 Moretti 500 vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 47 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 1095 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Moretti 500 | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Moretti | Saturn |
Model | 500 | Sky |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |