1963 Moretti 500 vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 is newer by 40 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 775 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, 2003 Rover 75, 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, 2003 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Moretti 500 | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Moretti | Rover |
| Model | 500 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
