1962 Moretti 500 vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, both 1962 Moretti 500 and 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 224 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.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Moretti 500 | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 477 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |