2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1963 Moretti 2500
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 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 2,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. 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, 2004 Mini Cooper, 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, 1963 Moretti 2500 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 1963 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Mini | Moretti |
| Model | Cooper | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
