1966 Moretti 850S vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1966 Moretti 850S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Simca Aronde (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Simca Aronde weights approximately 218 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, 1951 Simca Aronde (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 850S | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Moretti | Simca |
| Model | 850S | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 39 L |
