1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1970 Moretti 850
To start off, 1970 Moretti 850 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 14 kg more than 1970 Moretti 850. 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, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1970 Moretti 850 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Moretti |
Model | Sprite | 850 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 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 | 714 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 30 L |