1965 Moretti 2500 vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 36 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 400 kg more than 1965 Moretti 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Moretti 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti 2500 | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Moretti | Opel |
| Model | 2500 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2454 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
