1965 Moretti 2500 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 42 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 39 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 950 kg more than 1965 Moretti 2500.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Moretti 2500 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
Model | 2500 | Transporter |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
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 | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3410 mm |