1962 Moretti 500 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 43 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1016 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 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Moretti 500 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Moretti | Seat |
| Model | 500 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 477 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2850 mm |
