1966 Moretti 850S vs. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 26 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 593 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, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 850S | 1992 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Moretti | Venturi |
| Model | 850S | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
