1978 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1961 Moretti 500
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 17 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 1609 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 450 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, 1978 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 1609 | 1961 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Moretti |
| Model | 1609 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1850 mm |
