1969 Moretti SS vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 1969 Moretti SS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Moretti SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Moretti SS (51 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Moretti SS should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Moretti SS weights approximately 255 kg more than 1958 Steyr 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, 1969 Moretti SS (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Moretti SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Moretti SS | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Moretti | Steyr |
Model | SS | 500 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |