1959 Holden FE vs. 1966 Moretti 850S
To start off, 1966 Moretti 850S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 278 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.
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, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1966 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Holden | Moretti |
| Model | FE | 850S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2030 mm |
