1965 Moretti 2500 vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1974 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Moretti 2500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Moretti 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Moretti 2500 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti 2500 | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Moretti | Renault |
| Model | 2500 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2454 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
