1977 Mazda 323 vs. 1962 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1977 Mazda 323 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 983 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 323 (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 323 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. 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, 1977 Mazda 323 (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 323 | 1962 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | 323 | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 812 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2160 mm |
