1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1961 Moretti 500
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 15 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 131 weights approximately 380 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, 1976 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 131 | 1961 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Moretti |
Model | 131 | 500 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1850 mm |