1966 Moretti 850S vs. 1985 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1985 Westfield ZEI is newer by 19 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 23 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, 1985 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 850S | 1985 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Moretti | Westfield |
| Model | 850S | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2340 mm |
