2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 1961 Moretti 500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 803 kg more than 1961 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 1961 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | B2300 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 1850 mm |
