1966 Moretti 850S vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 828 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 850S | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Moretti | Nissan |
| Model | 850S | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
