1963 Moretti 500 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect

To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 48 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 934 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1963 Moretti 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Moretti 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Moretti 500 2011 Ford Transit Connect
Make Moretti Ford
Model 500 Transit Connect
Year Released 1963 2011
Engine Size 479 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 18 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 35 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 640 kg 1574 kg
Vehicle Length 3210 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 2014 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2911 mm