1966 Moretti 850S vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 718 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 850S | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Moretti | Porsche |
| Model | 850S | 993 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2280 mm |
