1966 Moretti 850S vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 39 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 666 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Moretti 850S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 850S | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Moretti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 850S | Passat |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 62 L |
