1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 945 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, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Moretti |
Model | Camaro | 500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1850 mm |