1967 Moretti 850S vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1967 Moretti 850S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1967 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, 1962 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Moretti 850S | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Moretti | Tatra |
| Model | 850S | T603 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 766 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
