1965 Moretti 850 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 80 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti 850 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Moretti | Triumph |
| Model | 850 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2110 mm |
