1968 Moretti 850 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 10 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 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 125 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti 850 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Moretti | Skoda |
| Model | 850 | L |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
