1967 Moretti 850S vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1968 Plymouth VIP is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1967 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 947 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti 850S. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1967 Moretti 850S has manual transmission. 1967 Moretti 850S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Moretti 850S | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Moretti | Plymouth |
| Model | 850S | VIP |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 766 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |
