1963 Moretti 2500 vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 220 kg more than 1963 Moretti 2500. 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Moretti 2500 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Moretti | Pontiac |
| Model | 2500 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2453 cc | 3783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
