1962 Moretti 500 vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 37 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 368 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.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Moretti 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza 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, 1999 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Moretti 500 | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Moretti | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 477 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
