1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1961 Moretti 500
To start off, 1985 Avanti Avanti is newer by 24 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 980 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500. 1985 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1961 Moretti 500 has manual transmission. 1961 Moretti 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Avanti Avanti | 1961 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Avanti | Moretti |
Model | Avanti | 500 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1850 mm |