1962 Moretti 500 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1182 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 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Moretti 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500. 2012 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1962 Moretti 500 has manual transmission. 1962 Moretti 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Moretti 500 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Moretti | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 477 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2835 mm |
