1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 930 kg more than 1962 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, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1962 Moretti 500 has manual transmission. 1962 Moretti 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Chrysler | Moretti |
Model | Cordoba | 500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 1850 mm |