1968 Moretti Coupe vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1968 Moretti Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Simca 1000 (51 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca 1000 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1968 Moretti Coupe. 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 Simca 1000 (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti Coupe | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Moretti | Simca |
| Model | Coupe | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 36 L |
