1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 966 kg more than 1962 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500. 1988 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1962 Moretti 500 has manual transmission. 1962 Moretti 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Ford | Moretti |
Model | Thunderbird | 500 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1850 mm |