1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1962 Moretti 1100
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 14 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 1100. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 288 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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1962 Moretti 1100 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Moretti |
| Model | 1609 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2160 mm |
