1971 Lancia Stratos vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1971 Lancia Stratos is newer by 9 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 340 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, 1971 Lancia Stratos (155 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Moretti |
| Model | Stratos | 500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1850 mm |
