1963 Moretti 2500 vs. 1958 Rover P5
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 P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 260 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 P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 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 P5 | |
Make | Moretti | Rover |
Model | 2500 | P5 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2453 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |