1974 Ford Granada vs. 1961 Moretti 500
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 860 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 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1961 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Granada | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1850 mm |
