1996 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1963 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 33 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 Moretti 2500. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 2500. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 1963 Moretti 2500 has manual transmission. 1963 Moretti 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1963 Moretti 2500 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Moretti |
Model | Diamante | 2500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |