1962 Moretti 500 vs. 1960 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1962 Moretti 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Moretti Panoramica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Moretti Panoramica (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Moretti Panoramica should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Moretti Panoramica weights approximately 140 kg more than 1962 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, 1960 Moretti Panoramica (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Moretti Panoramica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Moretti 500 | 1960 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | Moretti | Moretti |
| Model | 500 | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 477 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2160 mm |
