2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 38 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 890 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 2000 Dodge Dakota 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Moretti |
| Model | Dakota | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1850 mm |
