1967 Citroen DS 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 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 752 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.
Because 1970 Moretti 850 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 1970 Moretti 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1970 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | DS | 850 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
