1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 932 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Moretti |
Model | Corvette | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1850 mm |