1963 Moretti 2500 vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1978 Seat 127 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 2,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Moretti 2500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Moretti 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Moretti 2500 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Moretti 2500 | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Moretti | Seat |
| Model | 2500 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2453 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
