1966 Moretti 2500 vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 205 is newer by 22 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 99 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Moretti 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205, 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, 1966 Moretti 2500 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 2500 | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Moretti | Peugeot |
| Model | 2500 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2454 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
