1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1966 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1972 Alpine A 310 is newer by 6 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 19 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 501 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alpine A 310 | 1966 Moretti 2500 | |
Make | Alpine | Moretti |
Model | A 310 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |