1945 Austin 16 vs. 1966 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1966 Moretti 2500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. 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, 1966 Moretti 2500 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1966 Moretti 2500 | |
Make | Austin | Moretti |
Model | 16 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1945 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |