1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1961 Moretti 500
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 365 kg more than 1961 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, 1974 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500. 1974 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1961 Moretti 500 has manual transmission. 1961 Moretti 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 1961 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Moretti |
| Model | Vega | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1850 mm |
