1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1966 Moretti 850S
To start off, 1966 Moretti 850S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 828 kg more than 1966 Moretti 850S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1966 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Moretti |
| Model | Tickford | 850S |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2030 mm |
