1966 Moretti 850S vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 35 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 798 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForTwo (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 113 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, 2001 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 850S | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Moretti | Smart |
| Model | 850S | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 22 L |
