1961 Moretti 500 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 48 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 870 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 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1961 Moretti 500 has manual transmission. 1961 Moretti 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Moretti 500 2009 Subaru Forester
Make Moretti Subaru
Model 500 Forester
Year Released 1961 2009
Engine Size 479 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 18 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 35 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 640 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 3210 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2620 mm


 

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