1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1963 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni 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 59 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Moretti 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni, 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, 1963 Moretti 2500 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1963 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Moretti |
| Model | Omni | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
