1965 Moretti 850 vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1965 Moretti 850 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Kadett weights approximately 2 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, 1963 Opel Kadett (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti 850 | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Moretti | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2330 mm |
