1980 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1963 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1980 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 2,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 1609. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 Chrysler 1609. 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, 1963 Moretti 2500 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler 1609 | 1963 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Moretti |
| Model | 1609 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
