1963 Moretti 500 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Volvo 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 120 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1963 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, 1968 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Moretti 500 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Moretti | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
