1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1963 Moretti 500
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 5 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 752 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.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1963 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Moretti |
| Model | Nova | 500 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
