1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 32 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 850 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.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Moretti 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Moretti |
| Model | Rocky | 500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1850 mm |
