1962 Moretti 500 vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 46 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 960 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 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Moretti 500 | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Moretti | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 477 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
