1966 Moretti 850S vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 45 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 872 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 1966 Moretti 850S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Moretti 850S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1966 Moretti 850S has manual transmission. 1966 Moretti 850S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Moretti 850S | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Moretti | Ford |
Model | 850S | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |