1988 Lada Niva vs. 1963 Moretti 500
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Niva (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 550 kg more than 1963 Moretti 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Moretti 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva 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, 1988 Lada Niva (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 1963 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Lada | Moretti |
Model | Niva | 500 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1850 mm |