1963 Moretti 500 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Toyota Carina is newer by 23 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1963 Moretti 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina, 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Moretti 500 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Moretti | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Carina |
Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |