1962 Moretti 500 vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1963 Steyr 700C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 643 cc (2 cylinders), 1963 Steyr 700C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Steyr 700C (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Steyr 700C should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Moretti 500 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1963 Steyr 700C.
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, 1963 Steyr 700C (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Steyr 700C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Moretti 500 | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Moretti | Steyr |
| Model | 500 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 477 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
