1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1967 Moretti 850S
To start off, 1967 Moretti 850S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 766 cc (2 cylinders), 1967 Moretti 850S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Moretti 850S (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Moretti 850S should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Moretti 850S weights approximately 202 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Moretti 850S 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 1967 Moretti 850S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1967 Moretti 850S (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Moretti 850S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1967 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | 2CV | 850S |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 30 L |
