1952 Allard K3 vs. 1967 Moretti 850S
To start off, 1967 Moretti 850S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard K3 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K3 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1967 Moretti 850S. 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, 1952 Allard K3 (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1967 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Allard | Moretti |
| Model | K3 | 850S |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 30 L |
