1966 Moretti 2500 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 38 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 329 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 2500 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Moretti | Vauxhall |
| Model | 2500 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2454 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
