The 1763 earthquake accounts for about 80% of all the seismic moment released in the Komárom area since 1599.

[3] Due to the lack of seismologic instruments in 1763, the mechanism of and depth of the earthquake is not known, though most earthquakes in the region occur in the upper 20 km of crust.

[4] Damage in Komárom was extensive – contemporary reports note that the newly constructed Jesuit church and college were heavily damaged, including the collapse of two towers which killed several people.

[5] According to reports, 102 people were wounded and 7 churches, 279 dwelling fully and 353 partially collapsed.

[4] Other reports indicate that soil liquefaction occurred due to the earthquake.