1966 Moretti 850S vs. 1967 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 303 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, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Moretti 850S | 1967 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Moretti | Vauxhall |
Model | 850S | VX4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 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 | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 48 L |