1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1966 Moretti 2500

To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 24 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 624 kg more than 1966 Moretti 2500. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 2500. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1966 Moretti 2500 has manual transmission. 1966 Moretti 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Caprice 1966 Moretti 2500
Make Chevrolet Moretti
Model Caprice 2500
Year Released 1990 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 2454 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 30 L


 

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