1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1963 Moretti 500
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 825 kg more than 1963 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1963 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Moretti |
| Model | Aspen | 500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1850 mm |
