1967 Moretti 850S vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster

To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 7 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1967 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1120 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.

Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Moretti 850S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti 850S.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Moretti 850S 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
Make Moretti Plymouth
Model 850S Trail Duster
Year Released 1967 1974
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 766 cc 6555 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 36 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 55 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 700 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 3640 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2700 mm


 

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