1965 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 1962 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1965 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Moretti Panoramica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Moretti Panoramica (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Moretti Panoramica should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Moretti Panoramica weights approximately 250 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 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, 1962 Moretti Panoramica (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Moretti Panoramica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | 1962 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Moretti |
| Model | 500 | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2160 mm |
