2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1964 Moretti 2500
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 37 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 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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, 1964 Moretti 2500 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1964 Moretti 2500 | |
Make | Caterham | Moretti |
Model | Beaulieu | 2500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |