1966 Moretti 2500 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 35 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 34 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 229 kg more than 1966 Moretti 2500.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Moretti 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 2500. 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 2500 | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Moretti | Land Rover |
| Model | 2500 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2454 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
