1991 Holden Apollo vs. 1965 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1991 Holden Apollo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1991 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Moretti 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Holden Apollo, 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, 1965 Moretti 2500 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Apollo | 1965 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Holden | Moretti |
| Model | Apollo | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
