1966 Moretti 850S vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1989 Seat Marbella is newer by 23 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 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Moretti 850S (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Moretti 850S should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Moretti 850S weights approximately 18 kg more than 1989 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Moretti 850S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Moretti 850S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Seat Marbella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Seat Marbella (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 850S | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Moretti | Seat |
| Model | 850S | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2170 mm |
