1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1962 Moretti 1100
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 1100 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 1100. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 834 kg more than 1962 Moretti 1100. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1962 Moretti 1100 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Moretti |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2160 mm |
