1964 Moretti 2500 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 40 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 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 65 kg more than 1964 Moretti 2500.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Moretti 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Moretti 2500 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2500 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2454 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
