1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1967 Moretti 850S
To start off, 1967 Moretti 850S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 118 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, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 1967 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Hudson | Moretti |
| Model | Metropolitan | 850S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2040 mm |
