2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 43 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 1,307 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 785 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Moretti |
Model | RX-8 | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1307 cc | 477 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1850 mm |