1980 Audi Sport vs. 1961 Moretti 500
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 19 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 360 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.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Moretti 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1961 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Moretti |
| Model | Sport | 500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1850 mm |
