1974 Citroen CX vs. 1966 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 8 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 79 kg more than 1966 Moretti 2500.
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, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1966 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | CX | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |
