1963 Moretti 2500 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1963 Moretti 2500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1963 Moretti 2500.
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, 1958 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Moretti 2500 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Moretti | Rover |
Model | 2500 | P4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2453 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |