1997 Ford Contour vs. 1964 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 33 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1964 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1964 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 70 kg more than 1964 Moretti 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Moretti 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, 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, 1997 Ford Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 1964 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Contour | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
