1983 Lada Niva vs. 1964 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Moretti 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1964 Moretti 2500 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lada Niva | 1964 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Lada | Moretti |
| Model | Niva | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
