1959 MG MGA vs. 1968 Moretti 850
To start off, 1968 Moretti 850 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 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, 1959 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1968 Moretti 850 | |
Make | MG | Moretti |
Model | MGA | 850 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2040 mm |