1965 Moretti 2500 vs. 1980 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1980 Toyota Corona is newer by 15 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 46 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (97 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. 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, 1965 Moretti 2500 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona. 1980 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1965 Moretti 2500 has manual transmission. 1965 Moretti 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Moretti 2500 1980 Toyota Corona
Make Moretti Toyota
Model 2500 Corona
Year Released 1965 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2454 cc 2366 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1165 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2530 mm


 

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