1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1966 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1966 Moretti 2500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 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 77 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1966 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1966 Moretti 2500 | |
Make | Austin | Moretti |
Model | A 70 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1952 | 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 | 66 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 30 L |