1966 Moretti 2500 vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1983 Nissan Laurel is newer by 17 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 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1983 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1966 Moretti 2500 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 2500 | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Moretti | Nissan |
| Model | 2500 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2454 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
