2007 Lada Niva vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 45 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lada Niva weights approximately 645 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 2007 Lada Niva 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, 2007 Lada Niva 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, 2007 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lada Niva | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Lada | Moretti |
| Model | Niva | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1850 mm |
