1966 Moretti 850S vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 40 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 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 838 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 850S | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Moretti | Nissan |
| Model | 850S | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 4758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 135 L |
