1964 Moretti 2500 vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1978 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1964 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 276 kg more than 1964 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Moretti 2500 | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Moretti | Pontiac |
| Model | 2500 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2454 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
