1963 Moretti 500 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 1016 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 Seat Leon, 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 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Moretti 500 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Moretti | Seat |
Model | 500 | Leon |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |