1968 Moretti 850 vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1973 Nissan Laurel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 1,813 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 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, 1973 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti 850 | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Moretti | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1813 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
