1966 Moretti 2500 vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 619 kg more than 1966 Moretti 2500. 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 2500. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1966 Moretti 2500 has manual transmission. 1966 Moretti 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 2500 | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Moretti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 2500 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2454 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
