1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Moretti 850
To start off, 1965 Moretti 850 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 527 kg more than 1965 Moretti 850. 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Moretti |
| Model | Corvette | 850 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
