1998 Ford Puma vs. 1965 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1998 Ford Puma is newer by 33 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 54 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma. 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, 1998 Ford Puma, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Puma | 1965 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Puma | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
