2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 39 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 470 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 1962 Moretti 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Moretti 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Moretti |
Model | Palio | 500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1850 mm |