2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1963 Moretti 500
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 40 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 870 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 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1963 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Beijing | Moretti |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1850 mm |
