1962 Moretti 500 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 50 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 335 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Moretti 500 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Moretti | Suzuki |
Model | 500 | Equator |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 477 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3200 mm |