1962 Moretti 500 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 39 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 675 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 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Moretti 500 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Moretti | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 477 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |