1966 Moretti 850S vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 24 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S.
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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 850S | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Moretti | Pontiac |
| Model | 850S | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 76 L |
