1962 Moretti 500 vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 is newer by 42 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 686 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, 2004 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Moretti 500 | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Moretti | Samsung |
| Model | 500 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 477 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
